Podcast Ep. #43: The Highly Sensitive Man

highly sensitive maleThere is a cultural expectation that women are more emotional and sensitive than men and that men should be tough and stoic. This expectation could clash with the traits of being an HSP, for men.

For this show, I asked several highly sensitive men for their stories and opinions. Even though I intended this to be about males, much of information can apply to all HSPs.

In this Part 1, I talk about the challenges of being a male HSP. In Part 2, next week, I’ll talk about how to deal with those challenges as well as the positives of being a male HSP.

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Podcast #42: Kelly Gets Profound

deep thoughtsWhat if we HSPs could fully allow and embrace our strongest emotions? Our reactions to beauty in nature in art? What if we didn’t have to hold back at all?

(And yes, the title of this episode is meant to be tongue-in-cheek.)

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Podcast #41: Where to Vacation

highly sensitive person vacationAn introvert/extrovert and HSP/non-HSP might take a look at the same vacation itinerary and have completely different reactions.

An action-packed, busy vacation in a chaotic big city might seem thrilling to a non-HSP. Whereas an HSP might enjoy quieter, more peaceful activities with time for reflection. When your partner desires the opposite of what you desire, it can be challenging to agree on a vacation spot.

In this episode, I talk about what qualities I most enjoy in a vacation destination and how you can agree on a place to spend time off with your non-HSP loved one.

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Podcast Episode 38: Handling Criticism

how handle criticism

This episode 38 is about handling criticism. I talk about three little tactics I use to help deal with negative feedback in my life.

(Last week I talked about self-criticism, how HSPs often criticize themselves in order to avoid the trauma of criticism from others.)

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HSP Podcast Episode 37: Self-Criticism

High sensitivity bookMy new book is out on Amazon: A Highly Sensitive Person’s Life: stories & tips for those who experience the world intensely.

This episode 37 is about criticism, which goes hand-in-hand with publishing a book and reading reviews! I talk about how HSPs often criticize themselves in order to avoid the trauma of criticism from others.

Next week, I’ll talk about how to handle criticism.

Related posts on this blog: People pleasers: I don’t want to bother you

Resources mentioned in this episode: The awesome blog post I mention about criticism from Dr. Elaine Aron

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Podcast Episode 35: Being offended by “jokes”

mean jokesHave you ever been told:

  • “Learn to take a joke.”
  • “Why are you so serious?”
  • “Lighten up.”

In this episode, I explain which jokes I find offensive and how sensitive people think it’s more important to not hurt people than to be funny.

Related posts on this blog: Some jokes aren’t funny

The mean jokes/pranks mentioned in this episode:

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Podcast Episode 33: An introvert in an extrovert’s job

extrovert job careerWhen I’ve talked about jobs and careers in the past, I’ve always said that sales, in my opinion, is one of the worst jobs for introverted HSPs.

But a post on Reddit turned my thoughts about sales on their head. What if an introverted HSP was in a typically “extroverted” job, and instead of forcing themselves to be extroverted…they used their innate traits to their advantage?

(Apologies to the extroverted HSPs because this is one of those episodes about introverts, or introverted HSPs.)

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Resources mentioned in the podcast:

Other interesting stuff:

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HSP Podcast #32: Compassionate Care

compassionate care

Imagine riding in a car with your friends, and everything goes black. The next thing you know, you are lying somewhere, but you can’t see. You’re in indescribable pain. You can’t speak. You can’t move your head.

Then you feel a soft touch on your hand and arm, and a caring voice explains that you were in a car accident. This person squeezes your hand and says, “I’m here.” Those two words make a world of difference.

This is the story of Marcus Engel. Marcus has used his experience to write books for healthcare professionals, teaching them how to better communicate and treat their patients compassionately. In this episode, I talk about Marcus, some of his tips for compassionate care, and why HSPs are well-suited to care professions.

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HSP Podcast Episode 30: Politeness

politenessAre you ever sorry about being sorry? Have you apologized to inanimate objects?

Because HSPs are observant to social cues and other people’s feelings, we tend to be very polite. And not only do HSPs have good manners, we notice when other people’s don’t.

 

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HSP Podcast #29: Extroverts

hsp extravertsOne glaring topic I have neglected to cover in this podcast and blog is extroverts. Approximately 30% of HSPs are extroverts! (btw, it can also be spelled extravert).

In this episode, I share tidbits I’ve learned from interviewing extroverted HSPs, including the challenges and differences of being the wonderful way they are.

Read the blog post version of this episode.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

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